illustrate
Translation
to illustrate, to explain, to demonstrate, to depict
Examples
He used a chart to illustrate his point.
He used a chart to illustrate his point.
The artist will illustrate the children's book.
The artist will illustrate the children's book.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to explain or clarify (sth.) The teacher illustrated the concept.
((sth.)) ((with sth.)) to illustrate (sth.) with (sth.) She illustrated her talk with slides.
Similar Words
Synonyms: explain, demonstrate, depict
Etymology
From Latin 'illustrare' meaning 'to light up, make clear', from 'in-' (in, on) + 'lustrare' (to make bright).
Memory Tips
Think of 'illustrate' as shedding 'light' (Latin 'lux') on a topic to make it clear.